An ocean away, the war between Russia and Ukraine continues. At home in Spearfish, in an uncertain moment for many Ukrainian people, is an opportunity to connect with the culture.
oleh s roots are the key to understanding the lyrics of the song. but it is tymo s connection with ukrainian folk music that inspired the tune. tymo and his mum svitlana show me their family heirlooms.
mama, stefania. soldiers on the frontline have been recording their own versions. stefania plays. before we left kalush, oleh took me to the easter service. even the local priest gave his support. oleh s roots are the key to understanding the lyrics of the song. but it is tymo s connection with ukrainian folk music that inspired the two. inspired the tune.